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Old 02-27-2007, 11:32 AM
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Don't rule out 19s, I put 20s on my first eleanor and it made the car handle funny....went 19 this time and love them.
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Old 02-27-2007, 01:31 PM
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My daily's are 20" american racing wheels. they're absolutely gorgeous..
am thinking of getting 20" zenniti's...ofcourse italians are way more expensive.
When i feel like going to the track i put on a different set of OEM ford wheels and ET street racing tires...cant use them in the rain though.

My opinion..if you're not gonna race, 20" is the way to go.
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Old 02-27-2007, 02:11 PM
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if any street racing.... id pick 18' but 20's would probably need a 4.10 gear ratio to compensate

your choice
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Old 02-27-2007, 02:15 PM
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The 20s make our cars stand out much more. But it's your car put on whatever you want.
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Old 02-27-2007, 02:21 PM
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18", thats what I have and love'um!
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Old 02-27-2007, 02:45 PM
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20's for sure!!
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Old 02-27-2007, 02:53 PM
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ORIGINAL: MexGT

18 imo, good size, good performance, lighter, cheaper tires when switching, etc...
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Old 02-27-2007, 04:03 PM
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Go smaller, you can still get good looking 18s. 20 just lead to problems, easier to get flats, curb wheels, more expensive tires, harder to find tires if you brake down in the boon docks, if you get a puncture your going to be riding on your rim in 5 seconds, much rougher ride, more wear and tear on suspension, etc.
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Old 02-27-2007, 04:38 PM
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I went to 18's. 255's up front and 285's out back. Compared to the stock wheels and tires, it feels like Im dragging a boat anchor around. The upside is much better handling and aggressive looks.
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Old 12-14-2007, 03:38 AM
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i think if you find the right wheel and it just so happens that it only comes in one size 18 or 20, go with it. chances are, it'll be the best choice. don't settle for a rim that you kinda like cuz the rim you do like only comes in 18 or 20. just get the one you like.
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